BLT Pimento Cheese Sandwich with Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard

Ingredients:

For the Pimento Cheese:

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup diced pimentos, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard:

  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sandwich:

  • 8 slices of your favorite bread
  • 1 pound bacon, cooked until crispy
  • 2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups fresh arugula or your preferred greens

Instructions:

1. Pimento Cheese: a. In a bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimentos, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. b. Mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste. c. Refrigerate the pimento cheese while you prepare the other components.

2. Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard: a. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, fresh lemon juice, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper. b. Set aside until ready to assemble the sandwich.

3. Assembly: a. Take 8 slices of your favorite bread and spread a generous amount of the pimento cheese on each slice. b. Top half of the slices with crispy bacon, tomato slices, and fresh arugula. c. Drizzle the Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard over the other half of the bread slices. d. Sandwich the two halves together.

4. Serve: a. Cut each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately. b. Enjoy the perfect combination of flavors in every bite!

Nutrition Facts (Approximate per sandwich): (Values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)

  • Calories: 600-700 kcal
  • Protein: 25g
  • Fat: 40g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 1200mg (adjust based on dietary preferences)

Note: Adjust ingredient quantities and nutritional information based on your specific dietary needs and preferences.